Smartphones.
Nearly every person has one, and let’s be honest, how could we now be without
one? However, new research has shown that the blue light, also known as HEV
light which is emitted from your phone could be playing a vital role in causing
premature ageing.
So what exactly is HEV light?
HEV light is short for high energy visible light which
appears blue in colour and is pretty close to UV light on the electromagnetic
spectrum, meaning it is equally as damaging to the skin as it can be to other
elements such as our eyes. You are exposed to this light from the sun’s rays as
well as everyday gadgets such as smartphones, laptops, iPads and computer
screens.
A 2010 study suggests that this wavelength of light
can penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin, making it potentially even
more invasive. The consequences include premature aging, wrinkling, and
pigmentation of the skin. It’s pretty obvious that we aren’t going to rid of
our smartphones any time soon, however there are a few things we can do to
protect our skin.
Here are 5 ways you can protect against the dreaded blue light...
1.
Pile
on the SPF
The best thing you can do is to apply a high SPF
everyday, as just like with UV rays, HEV light can damage the natural processes
of the skin, causing premature ageing to occur. Many women assume that you only
need and SPF cream when heading out into the sun, but actually it can protect you
from many different life elements, with HEV light being one of them.
2.
Limit
your screen time
It may be worth taking a little digital detox to try
and limit your screen time, using SPF will help protect your skin, but ultimately
if you can limit using your usage, this will help your skin to regenerate and
take a break from the light.
3.
Less
frowning
It’s not just HEV light than can cause premature
ageing, frowning or creasing your face up to look at something small can have a
huge effect on your skin and can promote premature ageing through these muscle
movements. The best way to stop this is to ensure you use your phone indoors,
or in a place where you can see it clearly. Many people who use their phone in
daylight end up frowning as they can’t see the screen properly.
4.
Invest
in your Skin
2 little ingredients that will go a long way in your
skincare are Vitamin C and Hyaluronic Acid. Vitamin C is an essential
ingredient as it helps to stimulate collagen production, which keeps skin tight
and plump to prevent wrinkles. Ensuring you have a regular daytime and night-time
skin routine is paramount to protecting your skin against screens. Using a
serum which is high in hyaluronic acid will help to re-plump and regenerate the
skin. You should also ensure you are double cleansing and using a really good
night cream so your skin can restore overnight before you start a new day.
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